Flying from Houston to Pensacola International Airport (PNS): What you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Houston's main airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Houston to Pensacola International Airport (PNS) departing from either of these bases.
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Houston to Pensacola International Airport flight.
Pensacola (where Pensacola International Airport is located) and Houston share the UTC-5 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Pensacola International Airport (PNS) is the most popular route. There are 32 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with United Airlines at 9:45pm. Opt for the first IAH to PNS departure with United Airlines at 7:55am if you'd rather get going earlier.
Your flight from Houston to PNS won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can book a direct flight from Houston to Pensacola International Airport (PNS) leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
You can lock in a direct flight from Houston to Pensacola International Airport with United Airlines. This leading airline offers services from IAH.
The most frequently booked airline between IAH and PNS is United Airlines.
United Airlines takes the top spot for on-time performance. A reliable 80.0% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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78.42% of flights departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Consider starting your journey from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). You can book a direct Houston to Pensacola International Airport (PNS) plane ticket with departures from this hub.
Southwest Airlines has direct flights from Houston to PNS out of HOU. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
Southwest Airlines is the most frequently booked airline flying from HOU to PNS.
Southwest Airlines has the strongest on-time record of any carrier operating flights between William P. Hobby Airport and Pensacola International Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to PNS flight:
Most flights that depart William P. Hobby Airport reach their destination right on cue. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Pensacola International Airport (PNS)
Have a late flight from Houston to Pensacola International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near PNS and turn out the lights sooner:
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Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Houston to Pensacola International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
You'll find PNS at 2430 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Pensacola International Airport (PNS) to central Pensacola
Central Pensacola is around 6 kilometres from Pensacola International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
It takes around 1 hour 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Pensacola International Airport (PNS)
R 1,452 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Pensacola International Airport. Return flights start at R 2,717. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Houston to PNS, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Pensacola International Airport (PNS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Houston to Pensacola International Airport (PNS). Visit Pensacola in February for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Pensacola is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your Houston to PNS plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Houston to Pensacola International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Pensacola
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Pensacola right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Houston to Pensacola International Airport:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Historic Pensacola, Downtown Pensacola and Pensacola Historical Museum are must-visits when exploring Pensacola.
Explore more of the United States
New Orleans is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Pensacola. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Bourbon Street, French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde.
Around 225 kilometres north of Pensacola, Montgomery is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Civil Rights Memorial, Natl memorial for peace and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church.
